Dubai Mainland
Dubai Mainland Company Setup
A Dubai mainland licence, issued by the Department of Economy and Tourism, lets you trade across the whole UAE, work with government bodies, and open offices anywhere in the emirate. Most activities now allow full foreign ownership, so you no longer need a local partner for the majority of business lines.
Why set up in Dubai mainland
- Trade anywhere in the UAE without a local distributor
- Full foreign ownership available on most activities
- Eligible for UAE government and semi-government contracts
- No restriction on the number of visas, tied to office space
Who Dubai mainland suits
- Retail, F&B, and physical storefronts
- Companies selling to the local UAE market
- Contracting and government tenders
- Professional and consultancy firms
What Emirax handles for you
- Trade name and initial approval
- Licence issuance with Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism
- MOA and local service agent where needed
- Residence visas and Emirates ID
- Corporate bank account introductions
- Corporate tax and VAT registration
Mainland or free zone?
Compare your options or estimate the cost before you decide.
Free quote
Set up in Dubai mainland
Tell us what you want to do. We reply within one working day with a clear, itemised quote, no obligation.
How we set up your Dubai mainland company
Consult
A free call to understand your activity, ownership, visa needs, and budget. You get a clear recommendation and a fixed quote, no obligation.
We Handle Everything
Trade name, approvals, license, MOA, visas, Emirates ID, bank introductions. You sign where needed; we run the paperwork and the queues.
Open for Business
License in hand, account open, tax registrations done. You start invoicing while we stay on for renewals and compliance.
Dubai mainland setup FAQ
For most commercial and professional activities you can now hold 100% ownership with no local partner. A small list of strategic activities still needs an Emirati partner or agent, and we confirm where your activity sits before you commit.
Weighing your options? Compare free zones, estimate your setup cost, or get a free quote.
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Set up in Dubai mainland with Emirax
Tell us your activity and we will confirm the licence, approvals, and visas you need, with a fixed quote in AED.